MVLNCI Programs and Events
No MVLNCI events are currently scheduled. Check back for updates!
Partner Programs and Events
Our partners are working hard to provide resources and opportunities in the community to promote access to nature! See below for events from MVLNCI Partner Agencies. This section is updated seasonally, so check it out often!
Luminary Walk
All Ages
Friday, December 12
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Bill Yeck and Forest Field Park
Parking at 2100 Centerville-Station Rd.
Free
Enjoy a candlelit stroll through Bill Yeck Park. There will be a half-mile paved route and a one-mile route along the purple trail. Warm up by the Smith House fire circle and enjoy the sounds of the season with carols from Centerville High School's symphonic choir! Free hot chocolate at the Forest Field shelter while supplies last!
Registration is requested but not required. Registered participants will receive a weather cancellation email in the event of inclement weather. Weather updates will also be posted on cwpd.org
Winter Solstice Hike
All Ages
December 21 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Russ Nature Reserve
2380 Kemp Rd.
Beavercreek, OH 45431
No registration required
Free
Follow the soft glow of luminaries in the snow…
Enjoy the calmness of the woods in winter on the Winter Solstice, the longest night of the year. Refreshments and holiday treats available for those participating in the hike (while supplies last).
This is a self-guided hike along a luminary lit trail.
Growing Up WILD Workshop
Saturday, January 24
8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cox Arboretum MetroPark
Miamisburg, OH
Ages 18 and Up
Free
Become certified as a Growing Up WILD educator! Give children an early foundation and a sense of wonder about nature while encouraging them to explore the outdoors! Participants will receive Ohio Department of Natural Resources materials, including the nationally recognized Growing Up WILD curriculum book designed for teaching ages 3-7. This workshop also qualifies for Ohio Approved Credit for those with OPIN numbers.
Professional development hours are more fun when you're in a park! Join us as we explore new curriculum guides to bring nature to your classroom and your classroom outside!
Spot the Owls Scavenger Hunt
All Ages
Thursday, January 8 - Thursday February 18
Registration Deadline: Wednesday February 11
Various Parks in Centerville, OH
Registration Required
Free
Spot, the Park District Snowman, is excited to go owling in the parks! Whoooo knew we had so many! Each owl has a favorite roosting spot in the parks where they can snooze and observe the daily routine before becoming active at night. Will Spot be able to guess the favorite roosting spot of all his owl friends?
Each week, participants will receive a clue to go out in your parks to search for the owls. Owls will only be hiding at each park for one week! Scan the QR code on the sign next to Spot the Snowman to log which owls were in the park. Each week that you log owls gets you another entry into our raffle for some owl-themed prizes! After the hunt, an owl round-up with images of each owl will be emailed to you so you can vote for your favorite entry.
If you register after the start date and miss some parks, no problem. This is a fun challenge for all, no matter the start date! We will email you a picture of all the entries at the end so you can select your favorite!
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